Fonterra Hautapu | WPC Plant Capacity Project

Info About Project

Project Duration

May 2023 – July 2025 (26 months)

Team

24 employees led by Chief Engineer: Sarah Lee

Estimated Cost

$2.5 million

Overview

This project focuses on building a fully automated warehouse system to improve inventory management, order fulfillment, and supply chain efficiency. The solution involves robotics, AI-powered software, and real-time data tracking to ensure seamless operations.

Key Features
  • Autonomous Robots and Drones: Manage picking, sorting, and transporting items within the warehouse.
  • Real-Time Inventory Tracking: Updates stock levels and locations instantly.
  • Warehouse Management System (WMS) Integration: Ensures accurate order processing and stock management.
  • Automated Order Fulfillment: Speeds up the picking, packing, and shipping processes.
  • Predictive Restocking: Uses AI to forecast stock requirements and prevent shortages.
Project Stages
01
Initial Planning

Define system requirements and warehouse design (4 months)

02
Technology Selection

Choose robotics, software, and hardware components (5 months)

03
System Integration

Implement WMS with robotic operations (7 months)

04
Testing and Adjustment

Conduct trials and fine-tune processes (6 months)

05
Training and Go-Live

Train staff and transition to full automation (3 months)

06
Post-Implementation Support

Provide monitoring and maintenance (1 month)

Problem Solved

Manual warehouse management leads to inefficiencies, stock inaccuracies, and slow order fulfillment, causing delays and increased operational costs.

Benefits to Business

Enhances supply chain efficiency, reduces carbon emissions by optimizing logistics, and improves customer satisfaction through faster delivery.

Impact

The automated warehouse system increases operational speed, reduces labor costs, and enhances customer satisfaction through faster delivery.

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